Whiskies of the World®, The Ultimate Whiskey Experience, Comes to Atlanta

ATLANTA, Sept. 19, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- On Saturday, October 22, Whiskies of the World, one of the largest whisky tasting experiences in the US, will return to Atlanta for its fourth year. Designed for whisky lovers from the novice to the connoisseur, Whiskies of the World will offer guests the opportunity to explore more than 200 whisky expressions from around the globe. Joined by distillers and brand ambassadors, guests will nose and taste their way to an unforgettable experience.

"Whiskies of the World was created to foster a broader and deeper appreciation of whisky and all of its complexities," said Doug Smith, Executive Director.  "We're the perfect educational and palate-enriching evening for people who are either curious about whisky or die-hard aficionados."

The event, located at InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta, will offer tastings of Scotch, Bourbon, Irish, Canadian and other whiskies from around the globe, guided tasting seminars, food and whisky pairings and whisky and cigar pairings. Guests will also have the opportunity to participate in one of 6 Masterclasses, featuring whisky leaders Simon Brooking and John Campbell, Laphroaig; Jonathan Wingo, Balvenie; Bruce Russell, Russel's Reserve; David Perkins, High West Distillery; and Brandon McCarron, The Glenmorangie Company.

Tickets are $140 for general admission and guests must be 21 years or older to attend. Valid photo ID required.

What: 2016 Whiskies of the World Atlanta
When: Saturday, October 22nd 7:00-11:00pm
Where: InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta, 3315 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30326

For more information and to purchase tickets visit whiskiesoftheworld.com.

About Whiskies of the World
Originating in San Francisco, Whiskies of the World^® is now a series of five, hugely popular whisky events taking place in California, Texas and Georgia. Whiskies of the World offers guests the opportunity to taste superlative whiskies and to meet the outstanding personalities of the whisky world. Featuring whiskies from Scotland, Ireland, the USA, Canada, Japan and Australia, Whiskies of the World will surprise even the savviest connoisseur. Whiskies of the World is an event of the IWSC Group, a global events company with operations in the UK and US that is focused on bringing together people and brands through authentic experiences.

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